The Wisconsin Badgers were faced with a must-win situation to assure themselves of their 23rd straight bowl berth.

The Wisconsin Badgers played the Minnesota Golden Gophers Friday, Nov, 29, 2024, at Camp Randall Stadium with Paul Bunyan's Axe on the line.

Fans at University of Wisconsin football games at Camp Randall Stadium have to prepare for all sorts of weather over a season that stretches from the end of summer to near the start of winter. The first home games often carry worries of sunburn and dehydration in the heat.

The National Weather Service is forecasting a game-time temperature of 22 degrees, with winds making it feel around 10 degrees.

Wisconsin is set to host Minnesota Saturday afternoon in a battle for Paul Bunyan's Axe. The 5-6 Badgers have a lot on the line, as they are trying to extend their streak of consecutive bowl seasons to 23.

Fans brought in cardboard and stryofoam to insulate against cold metal bleachers and players had extra layers of clothing, though some still went shirtless before the game. Here's where Friday's game ranks among coldest in Camp Randall history.